Sports Programming & Scheduling Associate Manager

Disney Cruise Line - The Walt Disney Company; Bristol (CT); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

ESPN in Bristol, CT is seeking an Associate Manager of Programming to support planning, execution and maintenance of network scheduling across ESPN platforms. You will ensure accurate schedule implementation and coordinate network graphics and on-air elements for viewer clarity.

You will work with cross-functional teams, analyze schedule data, and assist long-term strategic initiatives while communicating with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in television production.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of scheduling processes and operations.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for sports and sports events.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply network scheduling guidelines, operating procedures, and conditions philosophies.
• Populate join-in-progress (JIP) points and other critical on-air information in scheduling systems.
• Monitor scheduled programming and support schedule changes.
• Prepare and distribute reports documenting programming decisions.
• Collaborate with Content Strategy to handle disruptions and continuity.
• Manage graphics initiatives and presentation elements across networks and platforms.
• Assist with long-term programming strategy and attend meetings providing input and follow-up.

Skills

Television production

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Scheduling processes

Attention to detail

Sports programming knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Media Studies, or related

Job description

ESPN in Bristol, CT is seeking an Associate Manager of Programming to support planning, execution and maintenance of network scheduling across ESPN platforms. You will ensure accurate schedule implementation and coordinate network graphics and on-air elements for viewer clarity.

You will work with cross-functional teams, analyze schedule data, and assist long-term strategic initiatives while communicating with executive leadership.